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Crispy Never-Soggy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Easy Homemade Almond Topping Recipe

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A bright and comforting strawberry rhubarb crisp with a crunchy almond topping that stays crispy and never soggy. Perfect balance of tart rhubarb and sweet strawberries with a nutty twist.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (or quartered if large)
  • 3 cups rhubarb, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust depending on fruit sweetness)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine strawberries, rhubarb, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Toss gently until fruit is evenly coated.
  3. Transfer the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
  4. In a medium bowl, mix oats, flour, sliced almonds, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  5. Add cold cubed butter to the topping mixture and cut in using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
  6. Sprinkle the almond topping evenly over the fruit filling without pressing down.
  7. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until topping is golden brown and fruit filling is bubbling. Tent with foil if topping browns too fast.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool at least 20 minutes before serving to allow juices to thicken.

Notes

Use cold butter and mix quickly to keep topping crispy. Drain excess liquid from frozen fruit before baking. Let crisp rest after baking to thicken juices. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter. For gluten-free, use almond or gluten-free flour.

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